Essentials of Human Resource Development
Graduate Certificate
Department of Human and Organizational Learning
Mission and Program Outcomes
The Graduate Certificate in Essentials of Human Resource Development provides sound understanding of organizations as human systems and studies the interaction of human behavior and organizational processes.
Students acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to assist their organizations in creating and implementing strategic approaches to developing human resources. This certificate provides students with a realistic preview of the master's degree program in Human Resource Development. Graduates may apply for advanced standing in the Human Resource Development Master's degree program. If accepted, all 12 credits will apply toward the 36-credit Master's degree program.
Program Coordinator
Dr. Shaista Khilji - Foggy Bottom Campus (Washington, D.C.)
Dr. Ron Morgan - Alexandria Graduate Education Center
Dr. Marilyn Wesner - Hampton Roads Center
Program Details
Program Locations
Foggy Bottom Campus (Washington, D.C.)
Alexandria Graduate Education Center (Va.)
Hampton Roads Center (Ashburn, Va.)
12 Credit Hours
Sample coursework:
- Foundations of Human Resource Development
- Issues in Human Resource Development
- Strategic Human Performance Processes
- Work Groups and Teams in Organizations
Admissions Deadline:
Fall: January 15 (priority deadline to be considered for tuition support) or April 1 (final deadline)
Spring: October 1
Summer: March 1
Semesters for Entry:
Fall, Spring, or Summer
For more information, please contact:
Main Campus - Foggy Bottom/Washington DCKristin Furio, Program Manager
202-994-1040
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Alexandria Graduate Education Center
Jenn Oribello, Program Coordinator
703-299-0294
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Hampton Roads Center
Marilyn Wesner, Associate Professor
757-269-2229
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Office of Admission
Andre Wright, Assistant Director of Admissions
202-994-1450
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